ABOUT US

Sowmanasya Hospital, India’s first licensed mental healthcare facility in the private sector, is committed to providing high-quality mental health care at an affordable price. With over four decades of expertise, we specialise in assisting clients and their families in finding effective solutions for emotional and psychological challenges, treating mental health disorders, and promoting mental well-being. Moreover, we serve as an educational hub for mental health professionals, fostering continuous learning and growth.

OUR MISSION

To provide Quality Mental Healthcare at an affordable cost

OUR STORY

Sowmanasya Hospital was founded by Dr. Indrani Gopalakrishnan and Dr. G. Gopalakrishnan with the aim of catering to individuals with mental illness and their families, as well as those experiencing psychological distress without a specific diagnosis, children with behavioural or academic issues, and the elderly facing psychological or behavioural challenges. Despite being in the private sector, the hospital fearlessly embarked on this journey in the 1980s to provide a non-judgmental space and compassionate support to these underserved populations, offering holistic solutions that went beyond medication.
Throughout our remarkable journey, we have faced both highs and lows, but our dedication to providing efficient and affordable mental healthcare to individuals across all age groups and societal backgrounds has remained unwavering. Sowmanasya Hospital continues to strive towards our mission of delivering comprehensive mental health services, addressing the diverse needs of our clients, and fostering their overall well-being.

OUR FOUNDERS

Dr.Gopalakrishnan Ganesan
Founder & MD

Dr. Indrani Gopalakrishnan
Co-Founder

Dr. Arudhra Gopalakrishnan
Co-Founder

DR . GOPALAKRISHNAN (FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR)

Our Director, completed his Post graduation in psychiatry from the prestigious Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh and MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College, Tamil Nadu.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Founded SOWMANASYA HOSPITAL in 1980 with his spouse, the late Dr Indrani Gopalakrishnan
He helped set up a rehabilitation centre at The Gunaseelam Sri Prasanna Venkatachalapathy Temple, Gunaseelam, Trichy, Tamil Nadu In 2003.
Ex-Chairperson, Law and Ethics Specialty section, Indian Psychiatric Society
Ex-Academic council member at Gandhigram Rural University, Dindigul, T.N.
Ex-Guide and Evaluator for research projects, Centre for Research Projects (Behavioral Sciences), Christ University, Bangalore
Ex-Accredited PG Teacher and PhD Guide
Ex-Member of the NIMHANS Institutional Ethics Committee for research projects
Founding Member of the Indian Association of Social Psychiatry
Past President, World Psychosocial Rehabilitation, India chapter
Past President, IPS, Tamilnadu chapter
Past Vice-President, Tamilnadu State IMA
Fellow of American Psychiatric society (APA)

Dr Gopalakrishnan and our team continue to provide services on a voluntary basis.

Provides mental health care for railway employees
He has passionately trained many doctors, social workers, PhD Scholars in psychiatry
He has been the principal author for prestigious journals like the The Indian Journal of Psychiatry, Indian Journal of Social Psychology, Indian journal of Psychological Medicine.

AWARDS:

Award in recognition for contribution to Psychosocial Rehabilitation in 2013 by the World Association for Psychosocial Rehabilitation (WAPR) Indian chapter
Dr Venkoba Rao Lifetime achievement award in 2013, by Tamilnadu Indian Psychiatric society
Best Doctor Award, The Dr M.S.Ashraf Award by The Indian Medical Association, Tiruchirapalli Branch, July 2013

Conferences Conducted under his guidance:

Indian psychiatric Society South Zone in 1989
Indian psychiatric Society Social psychiatry
National Association of Suicidology, Tamilnadu IPS Chapter
International Academy Of Law & Mental health –the 1st of its kind in India.

The late Dr. Indrani Gopalakrishnan, a graduate of Thanjavur Medical College in Tamil Nadu, was an extraordinary individual who possessed an indomitable spirit and a tenacious determination to overcome obstacles. She was known for her unwavering commitment to giving and never hesitated to go the extra mile. With her spouse and founder, Dr. G. Gopalakrishnan, she instilled the values of empathy, active listening, and ethical healthcare into the very essence of our organisation. In addition to her roles as a co-founder, mother, wife, and doctor, Dr. Indrani Gopalakrishnan effortlessly fulfilled each responsibility with grace and finesse. Notably, in the 1990s, she enthusiastically established a day care centre at our hospital, where clients engaged in various activities with great enthusiasm, such as painting mud pots and lamps. Her passion for providing holistic care and creating a nurturing environment for our patients was truly remarkable and inspiring.

Dr. Arudhra Gopalakrishnan is a highly qualified psychiatrist who obtained her MBBS degree from The University of West-Indies and pursued her post-graduation (MD) in Psychiatry from the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. With her extensive experience working in the United Kingdom, the Caribbean, and India in various medical roles, she brings a diverse perspective to her practice. Dr. Gopalakrishnan strongly believes in providing holistic and personalized mental healthcare to her patients. She offers unwavering support to individuals and caregivers facing mental health crises, assisting them in finding effective solutions and diligently monitoring their progress. Adhering to ethical practice guidelines and evidence-based principles of care, she ensures that her patients receive the highest quality of treatment. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Gopalakrishnan actively collaborates with The Gunaseelam Rehabilitation Centre and other organizations, furthering her commitment to improving mental health outcomes and making a positive impact in the field of psychiatry.

OUR CITY

Located in Trichy, a city situated on the banks of the river Cauvery, Sowmanasya Hospital is surrounded by the rich historical heritage of the region. Trichy, also known as the Rock fort city, derives its name from the iconic Rock fort temple built during the Pallava era. This beautiful city is adorned with numerous temples dating back to the Cholas and the Pallava dynasties, as well as mosques and churches constructed during the British rule.

Trichy, along with the neighboring towns of Kumbakonam and Tanjore, forms a captivating trinity of places steeped in both ancient temples and historical significance. Having served as the capital during the Chola reign for a brief period, Trichy has evolved into a hub of academic excellence. The premier universities in the city have produced numerous accomplished academicians and exceptional politicians, further solidifying its reputation as a center of educational and intellectual prowess.

Sowmanasya Hospital And Institute of Psychiatry, Trichy